Why Storytelling Works: Casey Neistat & Van Neistat Breakdown

[@VlogwithKing]

Did you subscribe to Van's channel?

[@Quintopia1]

oh yes

[@mich8261]

Yes!

[@parthranjan5606]

yes and I loved his recent video about the repetance of periods

[@mich8261]

@@parthranjan5606 I know. That was incredible

[@VlogwithKing]

@@parthranjan5606 yes! it gave me chills!

[@mattnoonan6519]

Van is an amazing story teller. I think what makes him so good is that we all hope to have a little bit of Van’s passion and drive in us. The Spirited Man is one of the best things I’ve ever seen on KZbin, and the authentic feel of it is something that not just anyone can do.

[@VlogwithKing]

Love it! That's a great insight. I think you're right, his passion and drive definitely ignited the creativity in me to not settle! Agreed. I absolutely love this authentic brand of storytelling. Which feels weird to say, because the style of this series is very similar to the HBO show or the older videos Casey and Van made, but I was never THAT in love with those. I think the core concept of the spirited man really connected with me.

[@mobilefreelancer3831]

How on earth does this guy not have like 100k subs, this is gold!

[@VlogwithKing]

haha one day

[@OmniTierra]

One more sub here. Great job🖖

[@chilidog73]

I think we just love watching Casey and as long as he's telling a story (especially one with emotion like family stories) we will watch. It's not an ad, its a recommendation to us of something that's important to him and thats special.

[@VlogwithKing]

Totally. Calling it an ad in many degrades it, which I hope the video didn’t come across this way. I was just so inspired by how his storytelling moved me.

[@LuisHBeltran]

It's so good to have u back. Blessings bro.

[@VlogwithKing]

thank you :)

[@sashxnok]

I was waiting your videos too. I learned how to analyze scripts from your videos.

[@billypilgrim1]

I think it's just the wholesome way he presented it, combined with previous knowledge of Van's work in the Neistat brothers and his previous endeavours. What made us subscribed though, is the sheer creativity and artistry of the spirited man himself.

[@VlogwithKing]

Totally agree with you. I like the way you put it. It is definitely wholesome to share stories about a person he genuinely cares for and has a history together with. What I loved about this video was how he focused on telling their stories and really letting us decide for ourselves whether we are interested or not. And all the props should be given to Van for converting thousands of spirited men across youtube. haha

[@parthranjan5606]

great video dude I guess KZbin algorithm is doing a good job definitely subscribed

[@VlogwithKing]

Thanks Parth! Appreciate it!

[@heyDominik]

dude, welcome back again! 🤟

[@SamDCote]

Great breakdown!! I went into the video expecting it to just be about Van (and was super satisfied) and then the channel announcement was like a huge added bonus at the end- super effective for me!

[@VlogwithKing]

Yeah same. Was pleasantly surprised and intrigued to learn more. Haha.

[@nikhileshadiyala]

Hey King Keep doing awesome videos like these!!!

[@VlogwithKing]

Thanks Nikhilesh! What about this video made you want more? Is it about making better videos through storytelling? Or you like the breakdown of masters at work?

[@nikhileshadiyala]

@@VlogwithKing I liked how you break it down... although I understand how every film in the world is made.. I am not as good as you in explaining it!!

[@cfransisca]

As always thanks for sharing your unique perspective! Love this tip and it does help encourage to promote ourselves in a creative way!

[@VlogwithKing]

Thanks babe! Yeah, no need for feel like you're self promoting when we just focus on sharing our stories in a way that connects.

[@anthonydauer]

When he’s telling us Van’s the best KZbinr, Van hasn’t even uploaded anything yet. Authentic storytelling sells for the long run, being told a story to evoke an expected reaction only works in the short run. We subscribed and some donated to his Kickstarter and others have started buying the branded merchandise that the story set up.

[@VlogwithKing]

Hahaha it’s true. I had a very similar feeling. He talked about it as if he’s seen all his videos and therefore the only person his turns on notifications for. But then again, he probably did see all his videos for. Regardless though, what Casey did is only for the short term, whether people stay with Van is entirely up to the audience’s own connection with Van’s stories. If it falls flat, then he won’t have staying power.

[@BeckyStewartwestcoastknitter]

Sooo glad you are back! Love your videos! ❤️✌️

[@VlogwithKing]

Thanks Becky! 👊

[@acehighjohn1759]

This feels like you've only told half the story. I had never heard of Casey until i watched a few Van Niestat vids and seen Casey mentioned again and again in the comments. I found Van as a YT recommendation. I first watched his 4 turnings video and was amazed by the story telling and uniqueness of his style. I instantly subbed! I feel like you overlooked Vans film making quality and his viewers engagement (comments, likes etc) on YT as a huge part of his quick growth.

[@VlogwithKing]

That’s a fair assessment! I guess this video was more from my thoughts on what Casey did on his video. But you’re right, there’s definitely Van’s side, and he definitely kills it! The video I uploaded following his one was my examination on the Van’s side and how he connected with his audience. Would love to hear your thoughts on that one too! Cause I think I didn’t dive deep enough on that one either 😅

[@VlogwithKing]

Oh and thank you for your thoughtful feedback! Really appreciate it :)

[@crystal14w]

I like that you wrote down the shots at 1:34 to analyze further. I do like Van's channel

[@VlogwithKing]

Yeah, it honestly didn't make much sense until I wrote it down. haha

[@crystal14w]

@@VlogwithKing yes it definitely sets a pace for the story 💯

[@jamesvegas702]

Van is yoda and casey is anakin. Van is just a pure master at story telling.

[@VlogwithKing]

lol, Yoda knows a spirited man when he sees one.

[@billypilgrim1]

@@VlogwithKing Anakin is not exactly a spirited man, though

[@sashxnok]

Thank you for your video! Yes, I did subscribe)) the moment 5:44 I had exactly the same moment. I have watched the video about storytelling too. There is the magic behind the story of people and things. When you listen a story it makes us closer to people and stuff. You more attached to them but another story about how to tell and make a catching story. I am keeping learning ) and your videos are so helpful!

[@VlogwithKing]

Yeah, I think you're right. There is definitely some magic when we hear stories of people and things. Something that isn't quite quantifiable. Let's get better together!

[@goodmorningstory408]

Well you have said so many good things about so many other story tellers, but you yourself are not bad either :P Drum roll Please - Ta Da, you got yourself a new subscriber here. Good Job. Already watched 5 vdos of yours going to the 6th one now.

[@VlogwithKing]

Oh wow! Thank you so much for your message! It means a lot to me that you enjoy them :)

[@jordanroy233]

I feel like part of the reason 300k people sub to van it’s because he really is just that good 😌.

[@blueowlz]

Exactly.

[@VlogwithKing]

Oh totally. The spirited man has obvious chops! We're not being sold a poor product at all!

[@RetroBreak]

Great video! Subscribed to get more tips on storytelling!

[@VlogwithKing]

Thank you! Let me know if there’s anything you think I should cover!

[@BenjaminJ]

I really enjoyed this great channel

[@VlogwithKing]

I appreciate that! Thank you Benjamin!

[@ChaplainReece]

Yes sir that was a good point. I didn’t even think about that when I watched the video myself. Thank you for bringing this to my attention so I may be able to implement it in my own videos in the future.

[@VlogwithKing]

Casey is a smart guy!

[@HappyHourwithOli]

sharing in a way that connects people... I think that's the homework we all have as content creators... now just how to do that is the big question! Thanks for another thought provoking video King =)

[@VlogwithKing]

Yeah, that's a great question. Any thoughts?

[@HappyHourwithOli]

@@VlogwithKing We need more videos from Vlog with King to show us how to do this effectively is my answer =)

[@VlogwithKing]

@@HappyHourwithOli haha on it

[@thetonyleon]

This was a nice breakdown man. I actually made a video talking about Casey's storytelling last week, so it seems KZbin's Recommendations are working.

[@DJCoffman]

I had been served the Van Niestat suggested video first, and already knew the name because of the Niestat Brothers show on HBO. BUT, Casey is a masterclass at video storytelling

[@VlogwithKing]

Very much so. Miss his videos

[@Aswinishere]

agree with some of the comments. Van is amazing. I rarely watch every video someone posts. But this guy is something. Such a great storyteller. So fresh. If only more people like him had their videos promoted on youtube. There's too much garbage. And to think that he and Casey are brothers. So different yet similar.

[@VlogwithKing]

Yeah Van’s videos are such a breath of fresh air. It’s so interesting to compare Casey and Van because it feels like they took so much of the same inspiration and make it their own.

[@cyprus-selectestates]

Man you great, continue doing vlog content advice 👌

[@VlogwithKing]

Thank you! Will do. Anything specific topics you are most interested in?

[@cyprus-selectestates]

@@VlogwithKing storey telling vlogs like casey 🙂🙉🙈🙊

[@My24hradventure]

I agree. What you said at the end is the centre of the bullseye; it's all about connecting. Sub'd, looking forward to watching more of your content Jonathan 😊👍

[@VlogwithKing]

Thank you for sharing your thought, it's a topic that I've been thinking a lot about since! I might make a video about that.

[@voicumihnea]

And so we discovered Van's channel...

[@VlogwithKing]

Haha what do u think?

[@lajoslukacs25]

I’ve seen his work first time when he made a 10 bullets for Tom Sachs so it wasn’t a question to subscribe him, he is a talented and has a very clear style. I would subscribe him even if he wasn’t Carey’s brother

[@VlogwithKing]

Yes very true. He's got a very unique and engaging style. You can totally see the artist sat work! I've been really enjoying his videos thus far.

[@phillipjmurphy]

You got with the "Subscribe Maybe" :)

[@VlogwithKing]

haha! gotchya

[@Mikeedawson]

We have a tale " You can sell sour mango only once". So if Casey fooled us once, but its Van because of who, i keep going back to watch him.

[@VlogwithKing]

Oh agree 100%. If Van's video was no good, no one would've subscribed. And would've looked poorly on Casey for sending us there.

[@LouieSison]

already subscribed... to you, to casey, and van :D

[@VlogwithKing]

Hah! Thanks Louie! Appreciate that. :)

[@muhannadalnafeesi]

I also like the acting and face expression

[@VlogwithKing]

Haha of who?

[@muhannadalnafeesi]

@@VlogwithKing casey

[@mich8261]

What if we found out that YT algorithm takes points off for asking viewers to “click Like and Subscribe and hit that notification bell” ?

[@VlogwithKing]

LOL I HOPE NOT 🤣

[@ThomasPrz]

I watched all Van neistat vidéo but my english IS not that good so not easy to understand the meaning of spirited man .. And thanks for your content bro ! :)

[@VlogwithKing]

Haha I don't think it's meant to be something very easy to understand. It's intentionally ambiguous so that you could apply your own meaning I think.

[@ThomasPrz]

@@VlogwithKing Thanks :)

[@elizabethtrainer9732]

Okay, let me get this straight, you're watching a video where Casey Neistat is discussing his genius brother, Van Neistat, and the question you ask yourself is, "Why am I watching this, what value am I getting from this?" Unless you re-think your perspective and priorities, YOU will never be a Neistat.

[@VlogwithKing]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I not 100% sure what you mean though. When I said, "why am I watching this", it was to try to get at the point that I was watching even though it was purely entertainment. :) Anyway, would love to know more about what you meant by re-think my perspective and priorities.

[@HissingThoughts]

Yeah man, get those stories out.

[@VlogwithKing]

Thanks man!!

[@InfiniteOrion]

Hmmm

[@VlogwithKing]

Hmmmm

[@ThomKurve]

Yup, subscribed to Van's channel - probably why this video came up. I'm now subscribed to yours - your scheme worked. Van has 341K - you've got 3.6k - I have 37. If I keep doing what I've been doing I could have 90k subscribers in about 833 years. I did the math.

[@VlogwithKing]

lol, i guess until we do something different then

[@cz2301]

I’d watch whatever Casey posted, anyway, and i think that posting in the end tones down his sales effort, which i appreciate. But im a fan, and it might not have worked so well with no-fans, but Casey was surely talking to his fan base. Good video and discussion though.

[@VlogwithKing]

Many great thoughts here. When you mentioned "that posting in the end" are you referring to him kind of laughing about it before it cuts to "subscribe to van"? I agree with you, most likely wouldn't have worked for non-fans. Which was why I think he probably used the thumbnail and title as he did. It's almost like saying, I'm going to talk about my brother, Van. If you're not interested, don't watch. This helps "qualify" his fan base so all the traffic Van gets are quality leads which will most likely lead to conversion?

[@cz2301]

@@VlogwithKing yea, i think if Casey opened by saying “my brother Van is launching his own channel, go check him. Let me tell why”, it mightnt have worked with some people, but his fan base already know who Van is and, again, it would make no difference how Casey pitched the message. In the casey of famous vloggers, they can do most whatever they want, other than being a jerk (like paul logans faux pas) bc they,ve already established their reputation. It,s the new folks that carefully need to build their communication strategy, but again if you,re not bold enough and dont take some risks, you might not stand out from the crowd.

[@canadiawhat]

The idea of telling someone to subscribe before you give them any reason to is absolutely ridiculous to me. I immediately click away from youtubers who waste too much of my time before they get to the content. I honestly hate that people say subscribe at all in their videos. If people like your content they WILL subscribe. If not, they won't. Let the content do the talking.

[@VlogwithKing]

Haha, totally know what you mean. The key for me is what you said about how long it takes to get to the content. As long as that happens at a reasonable rate I don't mind toooooooo much. 😉

[@swad6296]

🖤

[@sirmingusdewiv8325]

No. It's icky.

[@VlogwithKing]

🤣